Washer Dryer Combo Screws, Nuts, Washers

Specs: 8 - 18 x 0.500

This padded washer is a cushioned fastener washer that helps protect surfaces and reduce vibration where a bolt or screw passes through. It cushions metal-to-metal contact and helps prevent damage and loosening. What it does:

• Cushions and protects mating surfaces from wear and scratching
• Dampens minor vibration and reduces noise around the fastening point
• Helps maintain a secure connection by filling gaps and distributing load
• Commonly used where a soft barrier is needed between a fastener and equipment panel

• One padded washer

• Inspect the washer for damage or compression before reuse; replace if deteriorated
• Position the padded side toward the surface that needs protection
• Use the correct bolt or screw size for a snug fit; avoid over-tightening which can compress the pad
• Follow all safety precautions: unplug power and remove water supply before servicing appliances

This agitate gear washer is a small flat washer used with the washer's agitate gear to ensure proper spacing and smooth engagement. It helps maintain correct gear alignment so the agitator can move laundry effectively. What it does:

• Provides a stable spacer between the agitate gear and mating components to prevent excess play
• Helps maintain correct gear alignment for consistent agitator movement
• Reduces metal-on-metal contact that can cause noise or premature wear
• Commonly replaced when the agitator feels loose, makes grinding noise, or causes uneven agitation

• High-level replacement: remove agitator/gear per service manual to access washer; reinstall in original orientation
• Use manufacturer torque/settings for reassembly; do not overtighten
• Inspect adjacent gear and splines for wear; replace any damaged components
• Disconnect power and follow safety procedures before servicing the washer

A replacement pan head screw used to fasten appliance panels and components. Its standard #8 coarse thread and 3/8-inch length secure trim, brackets, and small assemblies for stable operation. What it does:

• Fastens panels, brackets, and small parts in household appliances
• Replaces stripped, rusted, or missing #8-18 pan head screws
• Restores secure mounting where vibration or wear caused looseness
• Works with sheet-metal or threaded inserts designed for #8-18 screws

• Disconnect power to the appliance before beginning any repair
• Use the correct #2 Phillips or compatible driver to avoid cam-out
• Thread in straight and tighten until snug; avoid over-tightening to prevent stripping
• Keep small screws away from children and dispose of old fasteners safely

This 1/4-20 Taptite hex washer-head screw secures panels and internal components in your appliance. Its thread-forming design creates a tight, vibration-resistant hold in untapped metal to keep assemblies aligned when a fastener is missing or stripped.

• Fastens brackets, panels, and hardware to the cabinet/frame
• Taptite design forms threads in pre-punched, untapped holes for a secure fit
• Replaces missing, stripped, or rusted screws
• Helps reduce vibration and rattling from loose mounts

• Unplug the appliance; if servicing a washer, also turn off the water supply
• Align parts and start the screw by hand to avoid cross-threading
• Tighten with the appropriate nut driver or socket until snug—do not overtighten

This 5/16-18 hex screw secures appliance panels and components with a common coarse thread. Durable fastening for repairs where the original hex screw has stripped, broken, or gone missing — restores proper fit and alignment. What it does:

• Fastens panels, brackets, and assemblies that use a 5/16-18 hex fastener
• Replaces missing or damaged screws that cause loose or rattling parts
• Helps re-establish secure mechanical connections after disassembly
• Matches OEM thread form and head style for correct seating and torque

• Use the correct hex socket or wrench to avoid rounding the head
• Tighten to secure fit; avoid over-torquing which can strip threads or damage parts
• Check mating threads for damage before installation; replace if worn
• Handle sharp threads carefully and wear gloves if needed

This is a hex pan thread screw used to secure appliance panels and components. It replaces missing or damaged fasteners to restore proper fit and reduce vibration or rattling. What it does

• Secures panels, brackets, or components to the appliance frame
• Restores tight fit where a worn or missing screw caused loose panels or rattling
• Provides a hex head drive for easy tightening with the correct socket or bit
• Matches OEM fastening points when replacing the original screw

• One hex pan thread screw

• Use the correct hex socket or driver to avoid stripping the head
• Tighten until snug; avoid over-torquing which can strip threads or damage components
• Disconnect power or follow appliance safety procedures before servicing
• Keep removed hardware organized to confirm correct replacement

This is a replacement mounting screw used to secure the defrost timer assembly to the refrigerator control housing, restoring proper fastening and preventing the timer from shifting or vibrating during operation. What it does:

• Secures the defrost timer to the control housing so the timer stays in position.
• Prevents vibration or movement that can cause intermittent contact or noisy operation.
• Helps maintain reliable defrost cycle timing by keeping the timer properly aligned.
• Addresses symptoms such as a loose or missing fastener, rattling behind the control panel, or a timer that shifts when the door is opened.

• Unplug the appliance before starting work to prevent electrical shock.
• Access the control housing or timer bracket per your model's service instructions.
• Use the correct screwdriver or driver bit; do not overtighten—stop when snug to avoid stripping.
• Retain removed hardware for reference and compare screw length/threads before installing.

This is a replacement 8-18 threaded hex-washer-head screw (3/8" length, zinc finish) used to secure panels and components on compatible appliances. It restores proper fit and stops rattling or loose parts. What it does

• Fastens panels, brackets, or assemblies where an 8-18 threaded screw is specified
• Replaces missing or damaged screws that cause loose panels or vibration
• Restores secure mounting for trim, brackets, or internal components
• Matches OEM head style and finish for correct fit and appearance

• One replacement screw (8-18 x 3/8", hex washer head, zinc)

• Disconnect power and water before starting any repair
• Use the correct driver or bit to avoid stripping the head
• Do not overtighten; snug to secure components without deforming parts
• If other fasteners are damaged, replace them with identical OEM parts